Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Roger Marshall (R-KS) have introduced the Dairy Nutrition Incentive Program Act, a bipartisan effort to expand access to dairy products for SNAP recipients while strengthening…
NPPC Supports the Food Security and Farm Production Act
DepositPhotos image The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) supports the Food Security and Farm Production Act introduced in the Senate, which aims to prevent a confusing array of state-specific farm…
CA DPR Seeks Public Input on New Pesticide Review Process
…portal, SmartComment. This follows a public workshop held April 8, where DPR outlined its plan to assess pesticide risk and build a process for evaluating which pesticides should be reviewed…
Tree Nut Growers Prepare for New Water Rules Ahead of 2025 Deadline
…Modernization Act (FSMA) and the Produce Safety Rule (PSR) agricultural water requirements, which went into effect on April 7, 2025. WTNA President and CEO Roger A. Isom opened the event…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-11-25
…impact of tariffs on agriculture, particularly the 10% blanket tariffs and the 90-day delay on reciprocal tariffs for countries willing to negotiate. China’s tariffs have risen to 125% on US…
Almond Board of California Organized a Bloom Tour
The Almond Board of California organized a bloom tour for influencers and dietitians to foster a better understanding of almond production. Director of Global Communications, Natalie Henderson, highlighted that the…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-10-25
…impact on agriculture, with potential relief payments similar to those during the Trump administration. Additionally, the discussion covered the role of world central banks, the impact of port fees on…
Senators Move to Rein in Trump’s Tariff Powers
Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) has introduced the bipartisan Trade Review Act of 2025, aiming to reestablish congressional oversight of President Trump’s use of tariff powers. The bill would limit the…
APHIS-DHS Expanding Risk-Based Sampling Program at Ports of Entry
…leaf lettuce. This initiative aims to reduce inspections for compliant shippers and encourage better quality from producers. The program targets lettuce trucks crossing the southern US. border from Mexico. APHIS-DHS…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-07-25
…the Midwest and South, including tornadoes and flooding, and its impact on agriculture. The USDA announced new agricultural trade promotion programs for 2025, including the Market Access Program (MAP), Foreign…
U.S. Beekeepers Report Record Colony Losses, Raising Alarm for Farmers
…their colonies—an unusual shift, since they typically fare better than smaller operations. The survey, led by Project Apis m. and supported by multiple industry groups, collected data from 842 beekeepers…
American Agriculture History Minute: Morrill Act of 1862 Opens Extension Offices
…History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Morrill Act of 1862 Opens Extension Offices Early settlers relied on friends and close neighbors for information on practices that would improve their production….
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-03-25
…agriculture news, focusing on weather and drought concerns. California is experiencing better rainfall and snowpack levels, but faces water storage issues. The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer fell 12…
California Almond Producers Vote to Continue Marketing Order
…the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937. These industry-driven programs help producers and handlers market their crops effectively by pooling resources for research, promotion, and quality control. The Almond Board,…